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Pre-Travel Health Basics: What Holidaymakers Need to Know and Do Before Traveling

By: Wei Yin Wong

Leukemia Risk Factors, Diagnosis, and Treatment: Information on this Cancer of the Blood & Bone Marrow

By: Christopher Clayton

Ten Reasons To See Your Doctor: The Medical Symptoms You Should Not Ignore

By: Ankie Renique

Leukemia, the Cancer of the Bone Marrow & Blood: General Information on the Four Different Types of this Disease

By: Christopher Clayton

Who Needs Antibiotics Before Dental Work? New Guidelines Limit Endocarditis Prophylaxis to High Risk Patients

By: Stephen Allen Christensen

Living Healthy in the Flu Season: Flu Prevention and Healthy Living Tips for Body, Mind, and Soul

By: Muxin Li

When to go to the ER for Swine Flu Symptoms: Reasons to Visit or Avoid the Hospital During the Flu Season

By: Muxin Li

Free Health Care at Walgreens: Take Care Clinic Offers Free Visits to Uninsured, Unemployed

By: Renee Holmes

How to Become an Organ Donor: Giving The Gift of Life Through Organ and Tissue Donation

By: Renee Holmes

Swine Flu Information: When to Go to the Emergency Room and When to Stay Home with the Flu

By: Sarah Zahn

Acid Reflux, GERD and Barrett's Esophagus: Increasing the Risk of Cancer of the Esophagus

By: Roger Tunsley

Health Risks for Overweight and Obese Children: Too Much Body Fat Can Cause Disease and Shorten the Lives of Kids

By: Adrienne Larocque

Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD) Symptoms: Depression, Fatigue, Anxiety, Stress, Mood Swings and Panic Attacks

By: Michael McGrath

What is the Spleen? Most "Ignored and Misunderstood" Human Organ

By: Barbara Bell

Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD): Women, Depression and Severe Premenstrual Symptoms

By: Michael McGrath

Natural Sunscreens: The Chemicals to Avoid and Benefits of Chemcial-Free Sunblocks

By: Heidi Brand

Swine Flu Vaccine: Common Concerns About the H1N1 Vaccine

By: Suzanne Mendjiwa

Self-Injury Treatment and Cutting Help: Seeking Ways to Prevent Self-Injurious Behavior

By: Michael McGrath

Types of Self-Injurious Behavior (SIB): Superficial, Stereotypic and Major Self-Mutilation

By: Michael McGrath

Head Lice Treatment Comes with Burn Warning: Keep Wet Hair Away from Heat Source; Malathion Product is Flammable

By: Feature Writer Mary King

Benefits to Quitting Smoking: Stop Smoking to Improve Health and Rebuild the Body

By: Renee Holmes

Understanding Body Odor: Causes and Treatment of Bromhidrosis

By: Suzanne Mendjiwa

"Home Remedies" for Self-Injurious Behavior: Tips to Stop Cutting and Reduce Mutilation Injuries

By: Michael McGrath

Choosing Bunion Surgery: Things to Consider When Selecting a Foot Surgeon

By: Suzanne Mendjiwa

Prevent Swine Flu without Getting the Vaccine: Practical Ways to Stay Healthy During the Flu Season

By: Sarah Zahn

Bunionectomy: A Surgical Solution to the Bunion Foot Deformity

By: Suzanne Mendjiwa

A Unique Pancreatic Tumor: Insulinomas Can Cause Low Blood Sugar

By: Suzanne Mendjiwa

Vinegar and Blood Sugar: How Sour Wine May Affect Blood Glucose Regulation

By: Suzanne Mendjiwa

Dealing with Bunions: Introduction to the Hallux Valgus Foot Deformity

By: Suzanne Mendjiwa

Low Blood Sugar: Causes and Effects of Hypoglycemia

By: Suzanne Mendjiwa

Hepatic Function and Blood Sugar: How the Liver Maintains Blood Glucose Levels

By: Suzanne Mendjiwa

Causes of Self Injury and Cutting: Depression, Schizophrenia and Inappropriate Emotional Responses

By: Michael McGrath

Symptoms of Self-Injurious Behavior (SIB): Arm Cutting, Burning, Skin Picking and Hair Pulling

By: Michael McGrath

3 Vital H1N1 Flu Shot Facts: Stopping Novel H1N1 Influenza A Vaccination Rumors about USA Clinics

By: Lynn Pritchett

Adjustment Disorder Symptoms and Causes: Stress-Related Anxiety, Depression and Behavioral Problems

By: Michael McGrath

Heart Murmur Information: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

By: Feature Writer Brenna Coleman

Dysthymia, or Chronic Depression: Dysthymic Disorder is More Than a “Mild” Depressive Disorder

By: Michael McGrath

About Bipolar Disorder, Depression and Mania: Treatment, Symptoms and Diagnosis of Manic Depressive Episodes

By: Michael McGrath

Sunscreen Safety: Sunblock Effectiveness and Sun Protection Factors

By: Heidi Brand

Teen Depression Symptoms and Risk Factors: Adolescent Suicide and Depressive Episode Triggers

By: Michael McGrath

Teenage Heart Disease & Heart Failure Symptoms: Teen Cardiac Problems Can Originate from Unhealthy Choices

By: Feature Writer Mary King

Sun Safety for Kids: Tips for Protecting Children in the Summer Sunshine

By: Heidi Brand

10 Tips for Day Surgery Procedure Patients: How to Avoid Potential Problems Before Surgery and After Surgery

By: Sharon Ketelaar

Antidepressants, Suicide and Children: Suicidal Thoughts and Behavior Caused by Depression Medication

By: Michael McGrath

Elderly Depression and Mental Illness: Senior Citizens, Suicide Rates and Depressive Episodes

By: Michael McGrath

Childhood Depression Symptoms and Signs: Childhood Anxiety, Suicidal Behavior and Depressive Episodes

By: Michael McGrath

Women, Depression, Stress and Anxiety: Menopause, Pregnancy and Other Depressive Factors

By: Michael McGrath

Why Do People Cut Themselves? Self-Mutilation, Parasuicide and Teenage Cutters

By: Michael McGrath

Tricyclic Antidepressant Side Effects: Elavil, Norpramin and other TSA Depression Medication

By: Michael McGrath

Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors: Zoloft, Prozac, Effexor, Pristiq and other SSRIs

By: Michael McGrath

Serotonin Syndrome Symptoms and Treatment: Antidepressants, Triptans and a Dangerous Depression Complication

By: Michael McGrath

Know Your Chances - Book Review: Layman's Guide to Understanding Health Statistics

By: Maija Haavisto

St. John's Wort (Hypericum Perforatum): Can a Herbal Supplement Treat Major Depression Disorder?

By: Michael McGrath

The Swine Flu of 1976: Is the New Virus the Same as Before?

By: Sarah Zahn

What to Expect After a Child's Liver Transplant: Understanding How to Care for Your Child After Transplant Surgery

By: Lisa Bishop

Coping with Depression Symptoms: Tips for dealing with Major Depressive Disorder

By: Michael McGrath

Proper Hand Washing Technique: The Best Defense Against Disease

By: Sarah Zahn

Group Therapy for Depression: A Team Approach to Depressive Episodes

By: Michael McGrath

FAQ on the N95 Respirator Uses and Limitations: Who Should Not and Cannot Wear the N 95 Masks in Swine Flu?

By: Hanish Babu

Guidelines on Proper Use of N95 Masks in H1N1: How to Test, Wear, Fit Check, Store and Discard the N95 Respirators.

By: Hanish Babu

When to Wear the N95 Masks to Prevent H1N1 Flu? Is it Necessary to Use the N 95 Respirators in Public Places?

By: Hanish Babu

Do N95 Masks Protect Against the H1N1 Virus? Who Should be Wearing N95 Respirators to Prevent the Swine Flu?

By: Hanish Babu

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Depression: How Counseling Treats Depressive Episodes

By: Michael McGrath

Free DVT Screenings Can Help Save Lives: National Venous Screening Program Begins Again in November

By: Jennifer Carroll

The Truth about Swine Flu: Details about the H1N1 Virus and the Upcoming Fall Season

By: Sarah Zahn

Depression, Self-Help and Home Remedies: St. John’s Wort, Exercise and Meditation Techniques

By: Michael McGrath

Antidepressants and other Depression Medication: Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors, Tricyclics and MAOIs

By: Michael McGrath

Types of Psychotherapy for Depression Treatment: Counseling Services Offer Group and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

By: Michael McGrath

Major Depression Treatment Options: Psychotherapy, Antidepressants, and Electric Shock Therapy

By: Michael McGrath

How to Wash Your Hands: Hand Washing Prevents the Spread of Flu, but Only If You Do It Right

By: Avery Hurt

Seeking Clinical Depression Help: Suicide Hotlines, Mental Health Clinics and Support Groups

By: Michael McGrath

Major Depression Complications: Suicidal Behavior, Substance Abuse and Low Self Esteem

By: Michael McGrath

Clinical Depression Diagnosis: Screening, Symptoms, Family History and Physical Examination

By: Michael McGrath

Suicide and Depression Symptoms: Identifying Suicidal Behavior, Attempts and Gestures

By: Michael McGrath

Who Gets Depressed? Childhood Depression, Seniors, Women and Mental Health

By: Michael McGrath

Risk Factors for Clinical Depression: Substance abuse, Poor Stress Management and Mental Disorders

By: Michael McGrath

Depression and Comorbid Diseases: Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Panic Attacks and Sleep Disorders

By: Michael McGrath

How To Prepare For A Colonoscopy: Plan Ahead to Avoid Problems in Colonoscopy Procedure Hospital Stay

By: Sharon Ketelaar

Types of Depression Disorders: Bipolar, Cyclothymia, Postpartum and Major Depressive Episodes

By: Michael McGrath

What to Take to Hospital for Day Surgery: Handy Patient Tips on What Patients Should Bring For Hospital Visit

By: Sharon Ketelaar

Check School Kids' Heads for Lice Regularly: Head Lice Concerns Return as Children Go Back to School

By: Cheryl La Rocque

Blood Donation Process: What to Expect When Donating Blood

By: Renee Holmes

Understanding Depression Facts and Statistics: Suicide Rates, Age Groups, and Other Information

By: Michael McGrath

Signs and Symptoms of Depression: Fatigue, Lethargy, Sleep Disorders and Weight Gain / Weight Loss

By: Michael McGrath

What Causes Depression? Genetics, Stress, Environment and Other Factors

By: Michael McGrath

Clinical Depression Definition: Mental Illness, Facts, Symptom and Causes

By: Michael McGrath

How To Prepare For Day Surgery: Plan Ahead of Hospital Visit to Avoid Problems on Operation Day

By: Sharon Ketelaar

Fasting Before Surgery and Medical Procedures: How to Fast Correctly and Reduce Anaesthetic Risks

By: Sharon Ketelaar

Heart Failure Symptoms in Infants and Children: Parents Alerted to Visual Signs of Cardiac Health Problems in Kids

By: Feature Writer Mary King

Home Test Kits for Self-diagnosing: Taking Control of Personal Health and Symptoms

By: Feature Writer Amy Andersen

Surviving the Mosquito Season: The Prevention and Treatment of Mosquitoes Infestation

By: Nelson Acquilano

Smart Lipo, Lipo Dissolve, or Liposculpture: Body Contouring and Fat Removal- Costs, Aftercare, and Results

By: Feature Writer Amy Andersen

Regular Soap Eliminates Bacteria and Viruses: Standard Soaps as Effective as Antibacterials in Preventing Illness

By: Feature Writer Jennifer Copley

Are High SPF Sunscreens (80+) Worth the Money? Do Their Higher Numbers Really Offer More Skin Protection?

By: Carrie Prefontaine

The Best Way to Crush Desiccated Thyroid Pills: A Cheap, Easy and Mess-Free Step-by-Step Method

By: Michaela Spangenburg

Is Nervous Breakdown a True Medical Term? When the Stress of Life becomes Overwhelming

By: Jim Lowrance

40 Million U.S. Adult Anxiety Disorder Sufferers: Chronic Anxiety that Affects up to 20% of the U.S. Population

By: Jim Lowrance

Tick Bites and Lyme Disease – Reducing the Risks: Residents Take Precautions as Deer Ticks Migrate to New U.S. Regions

By: Feature Writer Mary King

Understanding the Fight or Flight Response: The All-Important Anxiety Mechanism

By: Jim Lowrance

Acid Reflux, Heartburn, GERD, Indigestion: What Causes Dyspepsia? Natural Treatment Options for Reflux

By: Maria Blanco

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